English–German

“discretion” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/bəˈliːbən/

Example

Du kannst nach deinem Belieben wählen.

You can choose as you wish.

Illustration for Belieben (discretion)

How to say “discretion” in German

“Discretion” in German is Belieben.

A person chooses freely among several options, guided by personal wishes rather than an outside rule.

Full entry for Belieben: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Belieben

Die Gäste richteten den Raum nach Belieben ein.

The guests arranged the room as they pleased.

Tips for using Belieben

  • Belieben is neuter, and the common fixed phrase is nach Belieben, meaning that a choice or action is left to personal discretion.

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